Manchester High School - Somanhis Yearbook (Manchester, CT)

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SOMANHIS EVENTS FLORENCE McNALLY: “She is all my fancy painted; She is lovely; she’s divine.” Mlorence has a shy, demure way about her which gains her many friends, She hasn't been very active during her four years here but still everybody likes her, We hope that she will make a brilliant record in days to come. Bowling League ('25°26; Glee Club ‘27 28. RUSSELL MERRILL: “Who is strong? He who subdues his passion.” Bang! bang! has made quite a always has a wise half he : Oy ble ‘27-' hang! Here comes “Rus” and his drum, He for himself in’ the musical world. Te ready, but we are sure he never means ! There goes Rus and his friends. President: Orchestra Ensem- FRANK MILLER: “He is not for an age, but for all times,” liats off to the star bookkeeper of °28. Frank is one of the few, among the boys who makes the A. Honor Roll, He takes a keen interest in’ all school airs, but he very seldom has any- thing to say about them. It will be a lueky man who employs Frank after graduation, Treasurer of Junior Class; Winner of CB. ih. A. Advanced Bookkeeping Contest; Hlonor Student; Llonor Roll, INA MODEAN: “A fashionable woman is alwys at ease”, This is the reason why gentlemen prefer blondes, Anita Loos must have had Tna in her mind when she wrote her book, She has been a faithful student and very adherent to books as her marks show. French Club ’27; Commercial Club ’2 MARY MORIARTY: “LT seek no better warrant than my own conscience.” Well, Mary why don't ou speak for yourself? We know you have plenty to say, but it’s a question of saying it. “May” is one of the brilliant students of the els and 1 name ought toe go down on record, We are sure that we will hear the results of her future progress in. life. French Club '26.2 Roll: llonor Student, A. I. G, Shorthand Club ‘27. MARGARET MULHOLLAND: “Venus, thy eternal sway all the race of men obey.” Rosy checks, laughing eyes, a littl giggle and then a. sigh. That's “Midg She's been a popular member of our class, both With teache and with scholars and we certainly hate to think of losing he We hope Midge won't forget us, Decorating committer of Junior Prom; Glee Club VIOLET MUSKE: “Is there a heart that musie cannot melt?’ Where's that musie coming from? Why from the assembly hall where Violet is tiekling the ivories. That's where Violet has been spending her recesses during the hist year. Ter school work is of the same standard as her playing. Well, Violet) we wish you success in the destiny of Life. (ile Club (25°26; German Chib (26°27; Commercialites Club GEORGE OLSON: “Man is not made to question” Say isn’t he a fine looking chap! THe is Swedish and that accounts for those blue eyes and blonde hair. George is diferent from most boys; he is efficient in) both athletics and studies George, if you go on through life, as you have school, you will reach the top. Vice-President English Club ’24; Track °27- Assistant Manager of Track Manager of Class Treasurer 28, Track 28. 21

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20 SOMANHIS EVENTS WILBUR MARKHAM: fat, drink, and be merry.” Markhanm’s been a jolly vod fellow during his high school career. Did you ever ask him how he got to Hlouston? Before trying any western tour with only a few dollars to your name, consult’ Markham. Ile surely Knows his road map. Student Council; Track Team; French Club; German Club; Ilonor Roll. ELMO MANTELLI: “T awoke one morning and found myself famous.” Does this sparkling brown-eyed fellow need an introduction + We're sure an emphatic “no” would be the answer. Elmo has cer tainly made name which speaks for itself. Ile has risen to the top in athletics and always has advice for a poor friend in need. We hope that Elmo won't entirely forget us in the future. Football 24-25 ; 25; Basketball 24-25; Captain Tlonor Roll 10; THi-Y sistant Coach of Basketball 2 Laseball °25; Track Class President Sophomore Y« RUTH MARLOW: “Still achieving, still pursuing——-Learn to labor and wait . It is with the greatest pleasure that we introduce Ruth. She has been faithful to her books ever since we have become acquaint- ed with her and as it is hard to break a good habit, we are posi- tive Ruth will be a success in life. She is also a lover of music and an excellent piani We know Ruth was born under a lucky star which will guide her to the topmost rung of Life’s ladder. Latin Club; French Club ‘26-28; Honor Student; Honor Roll DORIS McCOLLUM: is to live.” Grectings, Doris. is one of the few who are content with studying. Her name s always been on the honor roll since we can remember. She is a true friend to all, and she is also ready to participate in any fun. Doris has secured a position at Cheney's office, where she will spend a few in the future, Bowling League ‘26°27, French Club A, IF. G. Club 28; Honor Roll 17. Honor Student. VERONICA McGANN: “T never saw an eye so bright And yet so soft as hers” We didn’t know “Ica” was in school during her Freshman year, but she certainly made up for lost time. “Ica” is a jolly girl both in studies and in fun. We hope that she will not forget us, even if she is an important official in Cheneys “Ye Commercialites” ; JOSEPH McILDUFF: “Laugh and the world laughs with you. Cry and you cry alone.” Ilowdy “Joe”! “Joe” outside of being a funmaker, dancing, studying late at night, and doing his homework without ass - ance; would make an A-I scholar. But still “Joe” is liked by every- one who knows him. Loads of success in the business world, Joe. Student Council : WILLIAM McKINNEY: “Life is a comedy to him who thinks.” We all extended greetings to the little farmer who hails from Coventry. We've often wondered what is the cause of the pink and white school-girl compiexion. “Bill” has been a scholar that teachers appreciate and wish him luck when he has the cares of the world before him. English Club 24- : German Club, IRENE McMULLEN: “In every exalted joy, there mingles a sense of gratitude.” Glance down the corridor and see this industrious looking girl walking up. This is Lrene, the office girl, who, has been a quiet, studious girl, and we wish her loads of luck when the business —————— World claims her.

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22 SOMANHIS EVENTS EDA OSANO: “She neglects her heart who studies her glass. Well, Eda, you are a lucky girl when it comes to clothes. Eda has won the hearts of many, especially her teacher We wonder n shop has anything on her when it comes to clothes a charming personality which will win her hosts of friends at Brown University. Latin Club '24 '25; Debating Club ‘27 28; French Club ; Honor Roll 16: Honor Pupil. CAROLYN PRETE: “Yot has the popular voice much potency” This ever smiling brunette is “Cal”. This vicious flapper with her boyish bob was as popular among boys as she was among girls. Moreover, this funloving and witty child w one or the snappiest cheer-leaders of S. M, Il, S. She w v friend to all, and her cherry smile was welcomed everywhere, od luck, ige editor of Somanhis ‘28; Latin Club 24’28; French : Debating Club S (Secretary); Cheer Leader Club (24 28; Paragraphs and Prophecy Committees. BENJAMIN RADDING: “Tis good-will that makes intelligence.” liv a k-or- les is master of none, but not so with our “Ben”. 1 d himself to be worthy in school as in the field. Oh, y and don’t forget his acting ability. Ben can be sober and serious, but he ean also be the opposite, and how! May yours be a happy lot, Ben, Football '27-28; Manager of Baseball '26’27; Pres. Dramatic Club '27 28; Cast of “Litthe Women”, “Clarence” Glee Club ‘26- 8S; Assistant Manager Baseball ’26°27; Honor Roll 3; Assistant Busine Manager Somanhis °26-'27. ANDREW RANKIN: “Say it with Musie”’ that’s no one else but “Scotty”. Te is one of the smallest boys in the class, but it makes no difference; that boy had brains. You ought to hear the jokes he made up. Some day he is going to teach chemistry. We hope you make a success of it, “Seotty’. Somanhis Staff, Club; Band Orchestra 24 : Glee Clib; Latin Freshman English Club, RUSSELL REMIG: “Although small, he is always heard.” ful Russ’, always merry and light-hearted, has em- ployed h vocal cords to triumphal results in the Glee Club. Will we ever forget the jokes he passed out when he was joke editor of Somanhis in his Sophomore ar! All good wishes to you, “Russ”, Glee Club (24°28: Somanhis Stat, “Che ANNA REUBIN: “The sweetest cordial ive at last Is conscience of our oe rs Of high school without much ado, but she has done her bit, and is ever ready when called upon. May good luck be with you, Anna, in whatever you under- take, glish Club (24°25; German Club 26°27; Shorthand Club CHARLES SCHOEN: “The cautious seldom err.” Charlie is just a good, all around sport. Ile was always Willing to work, and he knew when and how to play. Charlie has taken the trade-school course, so we did not see him ver, much, he has many real and true friends. Keep them alw: Charlie, OTTO SEELERT: “Be merry if you are wise.” Heads up! Down in front! Meet Bub! Bor four years Bub proved himself to be a friend to everyone. He is always seen at our school activities, where his) presence was sincerely enjoyed, He tinds fun everywhere, and we hope that the rest of his years will be as happy as those spent in S. M. HLS, Hi-Y, Manager of Vrack,